Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist assignment in Fort Myers, FL at a skilled nursing facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we‘ll connect you with a recruiter who‘ll reach out with more details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Florida Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required.
• Minimum 2 years of Physical Therapist experience in inpatient or skilled nursing settings.
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred.
• Experience using specialty equipment preferred: harness system, gait trainer, NuStep, Omnicycle, and therapeutic harness/harness systems.
• Ability and willingness to float to other campus locations as needed.
• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in skilled nursing facilities.
• Familiarity with facility culture expectations and functioning as core staff.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 08:00–16:00.
• Work Days: Tuesday through Saturday.
• Floating required. May float to sister campuses within the organization.
• EMR: Epic.
• Hard documentation deadline is the Monday prior to start. All demographic information must be submitted at time of submittal.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits begin on day one and include options for medical coverage, 401k plan, referral bonuses, housing assistance, travel and license reimbursement, and 24/7 recruiter support.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide rehabilitation care in a skilled nursing environment where clinicians are integrated into unit workflows and expected to perform as core staff. Your work will support patient mobility, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary care to improve functional outcomes.

Location Highlights

Fort Myers offers coastal and recreational access with a combination of beaches and parks within short drives. Sanibel Island and Fort Myers Beach are within a 30–60 minute drive and provide coastal recreation and wildlife viewing. The Edison and Ford Winter Estates are local cultural attractions located in the city center, within a 10–20 minute commute. Outdoor activities include boating and fishing on the Caloosahatchee River and easy access to Estero Bay for kayaking and wildlife tours. The area supports a coastal lifestyle with dining, shopping districts, and regional airports within a 30–40 minute drive for regional travel.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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